Shandong, China
Qing Dao
German Heritage, Tsingtao Beer and Coastal Charm
Qingdao is a former German concession whose colonial red-roofed architecture, tree-lined boulevards, and the original Tsingtao Brewery give it a personality unlike any other Chinese coastal city. Fresh seafood markets, eight sandy beaches, and the annual International Beer Festival make it one of China's most enjoyable summer destinations โ and one of its most overlooked by international visitors.
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Best time to visit
๐ May-October
Province
๐ Shandong
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Hidden GemWhat to Eat in Qingdao
Fresh Clams
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Littleneck clams steamed or stir-fried โ the unofficial city snack
Grilled Squid
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Whole squid chargrilled over coal on the famous Beer Street boardwalk
Tsingtao Beer
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Poured ice-cold from a plastic bag at every street corner since 1903
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